Ranks of Nemed
in Clann Lochlan

The first group is composed of the Nemed,or "sacred" class. In ancient Ireland, the Nemed class were the military and social élite. For Clann Lochlan, these are the founding members of the clan and those others who have been invited to full membership.

Becoming Nemed: For Clann Lochlan, the first Nemed rank of "aire déso" is awarded to persons who have been members of the clan for a certain length of time, have contributed significantly to the clan and/or Society, and have established themselves in the Society. Candidates are selected by the current Nemed members and voted upon. Nemed members can be created twice a year (May 1 and November 1). Until such a date, an otherwise successful candidate is considered to be "aire coisring" (see Féni ).

Ranks of Féni
in Clann Lochlan

The second group within the clan are the Féni, or "freemen". As stated before, it is a goal of the clan to bring newcomers into the SCA and prepare them for life in the Current Middle Ages. These newcomers are welcome to join Clann Lochlan as Féni. Féni may also be longer term members of the Society who have not become Nemed or have not gone off on their own.

Becoming Féni: For Clann Lochlan, the first Féni rank of "fer midboth" is applied to persons wishing to join the clan, and is therefore a probationary ranking. Any Society member or newcomer may request to become a fer midboth. Candidates must be 18 years old, or may be 16 years old with a parental waiver. Candidates need to show willingness to help with clan functions and to support themselves financially in the Society. If these conditions are met, the Candidate may then become a fer midboth under the 'supervision' of a sponsoring Nemed.